Madora Kibbe

Something to Laugh About

personal essay
Personal Essay
Why I'm Sporting a Poncho Again
From the November 18th edition of The Christian Science Monitor
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A Few Things I’ve Noticed
Amusing observations about modern family life in all its complex splendor. (Click on title to read a selection.)
essay printed in the June 30th Christian Science Monitor
"Dinner and a Dash"
There are two kinds of change -- real and loose.
Chapter one of "A Few Things I've Noticed"

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Why I'm Sporting a Poncho Again
Some things are lovelier the second time around.....

A Few Things I’ve Noticed

All of the essays in A Few Things I’ve Noticed have one thing in common--Madora Kibbe’s humorous slant on modern family life. Whether it’s the momentous purchase of a first pet, the pros and cons of children’s piano recitals, the irksome lack of desks in today’s elementary schools, or just the simple pleasure of hanging clothes to dry on a clothesline, Madora Kibbe finds fun in the smallest details of everyday doings. These essays are short and to the point, a Polaroid picture of the way we are, or should be. A mostly flattering picture too. No red eyes or goofy grins. See if you recognize anyone you know in this written collection of snapshots. (Click on title to read a selection.)

"Dinner and a Dash"
A dinner with friends becomes an opportunity to do a victory lap, metaphorically and actually.

Why Children's Artwork Is So Precious
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A collection of humorous essays about modern family life